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Gilles Peterson‘s extraordinary new record is an incredible journey through the different flavours of authentic Brazilian music culture, from its majestic heritage to its super-dynamic present. Gilles turned producer for this ambitious venture, setting up camp in Rio de Janeiro with young UK production associates Sam Shepherd (Floating Points); Dilip Harris and Rob Gallagher from 2 Banks of 4; and Kassin from Rio collective Orquestra Imperial. Together they set about recording all-new material with a stellar line-up of Brazilian talent, under the name Sonzeira. The result is an inspirational portrait of a nation in sound. At its heart are mesmerizing vocal performances from superstars young and old, including City of God actor and singer Seu Jorge, and the grande dame of samba, 76-year-old powerhouse Elza Soares. Sonzeira‘s Brasil Bam Bam Bam is out now (via iTunes).

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Following up the Boni remix of “Pide piso” from Bajofondo‘s third album, Presente, comes a new version of the single from Miami’s GTA (out March 26th). It merges the irresistible milonga of the original with Tango, Tribal, and Progressive House. Also included in this DJ promo is “Lluvia.”

Catch Bajofondo on their Spring US tour, beginning March 15th in Dallas.

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After countless touring, critical and commercial success, and two acclaimed albums, Bajofondo continues to evolve and surprise. Presente, the band’s third, is mammoth-sized proof. This digital DJ promo features the album’s infectious, “Pide piso,” which showcases one of the most fascinating characteristics of Bajofondo: underneath a simple dance number, you hear a bandoneón subtly trying to raise its head, and then the strings and piano enter the dance floor and turn the whole thing into an irresistible milonga. Also included is a remix by Boni. A video for the single will be dropping February 11th, the day before its release.

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Like Sola Rosa‘s Moves On, Get It Together builds on a more performance-based template than Andrew Spraggon‘s early work, featuring a full band. Long-term Sola Rosa collaborators Matt Short (bass), Ben White (Guitar), and Will Scott (drums) are joined by vocalists Spikey Tee (best known for his work with Jah Wobble, Mr Scruff, and Bomb The Bass), UK MC Serocee, German-based poet and singer Bajka, and Wellington songstress Iva Lamkum. This digital DJ promo features a sampling of songs from the new album, plus remixes by Suff Daddy, TM Juke, and Beatfanatic.

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Hot on the heels of his acclaimed Ningane EP, globe-trotting DJ/producer Captain Planet is ready to serve up his dancefloor-igniting debut album, Cookin’ Gumbo, on Bastard Jazz Recordings. This bubbling digital DJ promo features some of the most delectable tracks from the record, including the stomping EP single “Ningane” featuring Congolese singer Fredy Massamba (plus a remix by Boston’s Whiskey Barons), the enticing “Get You Some” featuring LA’s soulful rising-star Brit Lauren, the firey latin blog-smasher “Dame Agua,” and one of the Captain’s first releases on Bastard Jazz, “Samba Radiente,” reworked for the 2011 climate. These floor-fillers are just a taste of what’s headed to your plate on September 6.

This Goodie Bag installment brings together warm, sun-drenched melodies and rhythms from The Wonderful Sound of Induce!, Rhian Benson, Los Chicos Altos, Lotus, Danny Massure, J.Viewz, and Avery*Sunshine, with remixes by Shook, DJ Andyloop & Toti Arimany, and Terry Hunter. Follow the label links below for more info on these releases & artists. Stay tuned for more Goodie Bag treats coming soon, and feel free to contact us if you want to submit a track for consideration.

This edition of the Goodie Bag packs scorchers from Captain Planet, Pimps of Joytime, Miguel Migs, Ancient Astronauts, Kidboy, Animat, and Favorite Flava, with a remix by Funkystepz. Follow the label links below for more info on these releases & artists. Stay tuned for more Goodie Bag treats coming soon, and feel free to contact us if you want to submit a track for consideration.

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Produced and mixed by the legendary Joaquin "Joe" Claussell, Hammock House – Africa Caribe is more than just remixes of Fania‘s back catalog. It’s a stunning two-disc album with each track approached and assembled differently, each on its own terms. The first disc is a live continuous mix by Claussell, but not like your average DJ mixing one track into another Joe’s states his goal for the mix-CD was to create an epic journey that begins in the Motherland (Africa) and moves to New York. The second disc features nine classic Fania tunes from Lou Perez, Celia Cruz, Eddie Palmieri, Ray Barretto and more, all re-worked with the Joe Claussell touch. This digital DJ promo includes Joe Claussell’s remixes of "Mambo Mongo" and "Mi Congo Te Llama," as well as bonus tracks "Siembra" and "Funk Down."